Daily Grace

Emma and Suzanne discuss the Inductive Bible Study Method and how you can apply this method to a 15 minute Bible study routine.    Inductive Bible Study Method: Observe Observe = What does the text say?  Pick 1-2 of these to observe in the text:  Attributes of God Repeated words Lists Comparisons/contrasts Questions Commands Transition words Unfamiliar words Interpret Interpret = What does the text mean?  Interpretation looks at: Historical Context Literary Context Metanarrative of the Bible Redemptive History Ask yourself these questions in interpretation: What questions do you have about the text?  Tip: This is where study Bibles and commentaries are really helpful! If you were to summarize the passage in one sentence, what would you say? Apply Apply = What does the text mean for me today? Ask yourself these questions:  What does this passage teach us about God? What does this passage teach us about humanity?  Is there a command I need to obey? How does this point to Christ?  Tips for finding